The subject property had formerly been utilized as an industrial manufacturing facility built in the early 1960s. ENSAT was retained by a perspective purchaser of the property to perform a Phase I environmental site assessment (ESA) to identify any potential environmental concerns associated with the site. Our Phase I ESA recommended a limited Phase II subsurface screening of both soil and groundwater at the site as well as abatement of asbestos containing materials (ACM). Results from the limited subsurface screening indicated the presence of elevated concentrations of chlorinated hydrocarbons or "solvents" in groundwater at the site.

In an attempt to salvage the sale of the property, the owners of the site retained ENSAT to characterize the extent of subsurface chlorinated hydrocarbon contamination and to monitor and direct asbestos abatement throughout the site building (65,000 square feet). ENSAT utilized the latest methods in environmental sampling technology to expedite the characterization process. A soil gas survey was conducted in an attempt to select optimum locations for soil borings and/or groundwater monitor wells. Soil samples were collected with a geoprobe drill rig that was capable of completing numerous soil borings in a relatively short interval of time. Groundwater monitor wells were completed at the site with a hollow stem auger drill rig.

Based on the findings of the subsurface investigation conducted at the site, ENSAT recommended that our client apply for No Further Action designation from the Maryland Voluntary Clean-up Program (VCP) application. Additional subsurface investigation required by the VCP was conducted by ENSAT. Upon completion of the subsurface investigation a final report was submitted to the VCP that included conclusions associated with potential risks and a recommendation for site closure. The site ultimately received No Further Action Required designation again reclaiming marketability for the property.